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Tahini-based, energy-dense mini sweet bar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (mini) of Mini halva bar (20 g) has 103 calories. That works out to 515 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.3 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 6.2 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (mini) · 20 g
103
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
9.3g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.2g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 9% · Fat 55%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.2 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.94 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 129 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 40 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 206 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 60 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 80 g | 412 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 515 kcal |
Calculated from 515 calories per 100 g.
A mini halva bar is usually made from tahini and sugar, with ingredients that vary by product. Some versions include glucose syrup, flavourings, or other additions, so the precise recipe depends on the brand and style.
Usually, yes: a mini halva bar is tahini halva shaped and portioned as a small bar. Traditional tahini halva is also sold in larger blocks or slices, so the main difference is its convenient size and format.
A mini halva bar can crumble because tahini halva has a fine, fibrous texture that breaks apart easily. Use a sharp knife and cut gently; keeping the bar cool and dry also helps it hold its shape.
Store an opened mini halva bar in a cool, dry place and seal it well to limit air and moisture exposure. Heat can cause tahini oil to separate and soften the texture, so avoid leaving it in a warm car or sunny spot.
The shelf life of a mini halva bar varies with its ingredients, packaging, and storage. Follow the date on the unopened package; after opening, keep it sealed and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
A mini halva bar tastes sweet, nutty, and distinctly sesame-like because it is typically made with tahini. Its texture is often crumbly and slightly dense, though the sweetness and flavour can differ between varieties.
Yes, you can warm a mini halva bar and use it in baking, but it may not melt into a smooth sauce. Tahini oil can separate with heat, so crumbling it into a mixture or adding it as a topping is usually easier.
Yes, a mini halva bar can be eaten before exercise as a compact, energy-dense snack. Its fat content may feel heavy right before a workout, so allow time to digest it and choose a smaller portion if needed.
A mini halva bar does not cause weight gain by itself, but frequent large portions can add substantial energy to your diet. Its small format makes portioning easy; count it as a sweet rather than an unlimited snack.
Yes, a mini halva bar can be frozen in an airtight wrapper, although freezing may make its crumbly texture firmer. Let it thaw while still wrapped to reduce condensation, and avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Vitamins
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
B3
0.98mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
103mg · 15% DV
Selenium
6.8µg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.28mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
62mg · 2% DV
Sodium
12mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 103 calories in 1 piece (mini) (20 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A mini halva bar is a small, ready-to-eat portion of tahini halva, a sweet traditionally made by combining sesame paste with sugar syrup. Tahini halva is enjoyed across Turkey and the eastern Mediterranean, while bar-sized pieces make it easy to carry as a snack.
It has a pronounced sesame sweetness and a dense, slightly crumbly texture that softens as you eat it. In its home region it is often served with tea or coffee, as a small dessert, or alongside breakfast; elsewhere, it works well as an occasional sweet snack. Tahini makes it energy-dense, with fat and some protein. Pair a small piece with fresh fruit for a less rich snack.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.94g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 124:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (124:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.